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After impressing over an 18 month period in Ligue 1, he secured a move to the German side where he has established himself as one of the hottest prospects on the continent.

Pavard played every minute of Stuttgart's Bundesliga campaign and secured a spot in France's squad for the World Cup in Russia next month.

The reports have suggested that Arsenal face stiff competition for the defender, with Borussia Dortmund, Marseille and Napoli all thought to be interested.

Dortmund are thought to have held talks with Pavard's agent, but with the German side thought to be closing in on another Gunners target Abdou Diallo, it remains to be seen whether they will secure their man ahead of Unai Emery's side.

Improving the defence is clearly a position of priority for Arsenal, as they begin to make progress in the transfer market.